January 2019
Food Science Basics: Understanding Shelf Life & Nutrition Statements
In this Food Science 101 seminar, you will learn about the basic building blocks of foods, how they interact, and how and why you need to avoid spoilage of these components during processing to extend shelf life. We will talk about new ingredients on the market as well as best practices in early stages when you are creating your new products in the kitchen or lab. You will also learn how to realistically evaluate your products during scale-up, including how processing affects nutrition.
Wednesday, January 16th
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: The Hatchery Chicago - 135 N. Kedzie Ave.
Cost: $40 non-members, $20 members
Register here!
In this Food Science 101 seminar, you will learn about the basic building blocks of foods, how they interact, and how and why you need to avoid spoilage of these components during processing to extend shelf life. We will talk about new ingredients on the market as well as best practices in early stages when you are creating your new products in the kitchen or lab. You will also learn how to realistically evaluate your products during scale-up, including how processing affects nutrition.
Wednesday, January 16th
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: The Hatchery Chicago - 135 N. Kedzie Ave.
Cost: $40 non-members, $20 members
Register here!
Build Your Own Business Website
A web presence that clearly defines your mission and brand is integral to success. Our workshop hosts will take you through the fundamentals of preparing, outlining, and executing a simple website. Learn the basic steps to help you start creating your business website using Squarespace as a platform. Bring your laptop for this interactive workshop, and join us in learning the shortcuts and steps that make web design easy & fun!
Thursday, January 17th
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: The Hatchery Chicago - 135 N. Kedzie Ave.
Cost: $30 non-members, $15 members
Register here!
A web presence that clearly defines your mission and brand is integral to success. Our workshop hosts will take you through the fundamentals of preparing, outlining, and executing a simple website. Learn the basic steps to help you start creating your business website using Squarespace as a platform. Bring your laptop for this interactive workshop, and join us in learning the shortcuts and steps that make web design easy & fun!
Thursday, January 17th
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: The Hatchery Chicago - 135 N. Kedzie Ave.
Cost: $30 non-members, $15 members
Register here!
Accounting & Finance for Start-Ups
In this introductory course, we will take a look at the basics of accounting, financial statements and financial analyses - specifically as it relates to food & beverage companies. We'll go through accounting methodology for important aspects of the business, as well as key KPI's to track as you grow. Time and again, incredible companies with amazing visions are unable to scale because they lack a good handle on their finances. Don't let this happen to you! Let's take a deep dive into the importance of accounting / finance processes with Alex Corral, The Accountrepreneur!
Tuesday, January 22nd
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: The Hatchery Chicago - 135 N. Kedzie Ave.
Cost: $40 non-members, $20 members
Register here!
In this introductory course, we will take a look at the basics of accounting, financial statements and financial analyses - specifically as it relates to food & beverage companies. We'll go through accounting methodology for important aspects of the business, as well as key KPI's to track as you grow. Time and again, incredible companies with amazing visions are unable to scale because they lack a good handle on their finances. Don't let this happen to you! Let's take a deep dive into the importance of accounting / finance processes with Alex Corral, The Accountrepreneur!
Tuesday, January 22nd
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: The Hatchery Chicago - 135 N. Kedzie Ave.
Cost: $40 non-members, $20 members
Register here!
Navigate Export Finance
Business owners interested in exporting are frequently put off by the idea of figuring out the financial aspect. This workshop simplifies the process of international finance. This workshop will help you learn international payment methods, export payment how-to's, and SBA export financing.
Wednesday, January 30th
Time: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: ICNC - 320 N. Damen Ave.
Cost: FREE
Register here!
Business owners interested in exporting are frequently put off by the idea of figuring out the financial aspect. This workshop simplifies the process of international finance. This workshop will help you learn international payment methods, export payment how-to's, and SBA export financing.
Wednesday, January 30th
Time: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: ICNC - 320 N. Damen Ave.
Cost: FREE
Register here!
Hatchery Networking
New year, new networking! Join us for the FIRST #HatcheryNetworking event in our new building! Hatchery Networking events are a great place to meet other entrepreneurs, as well as members of our larger food community! Hatchery Networking is FREE for members. Exciting guest speaker(s) to be announced very soon! You won't want to miss this one!
Wednesday, January 30th
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: The Hatchery Chicago - 135 N. Kedzie Ave.
Cost: $15 non-members, FREE for members
Register here!
New year, new networking! Join us for the FIRST #HatcheryNetworking event in our new building! Hatchery Networking events are a great place to meet other entrepreneurs, as well as members of our larger food community! Hatchery Networking is FREE for members. Exciting guest speaker(s) to be announced very soon! You won't want to miss this one!
Wednesday, January 30th
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: The Hatchery Chicago - 135 N. Kedzie Ave.
Cost: $15 non-members, FREE for members
Register here!
Privacy Law + Your Food Business
How are you handling the customer information you collect? A patchwork of federal, state, and global laws and regulations comprise what is known as "privacy law." Many of these laws impact how new and growing companies operate, especially those which rely on the collection and use of their customers' information to help market and grow their business. Understanding how the law impacts this collection and use of personal information is vital to help businesses try to avoid what can be significant legal ramifications and monetary liability for violations of privacy law. This seminar is intended to provide an overview of relevant privacy laws, and provide some tangible takeaways about what entrepreneurs must consider in the privacy realm as they build their businesses.
Thursday, January 31st
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: The Hatchery Chicago - 135 N. Kedzie Ave.
Cost: $20 non-members, $10 for members
Register here!
How are you handling the customer information you collect? A patchwork of federal, state, and global laws and regulations comprise what is known as "privacy law." Many of these laws impact how new and growing companies operate, especially those which rely on the collection and use of their customers' information to help market and grow their business. Understanding how the law impacts this collection and use of personal information is vital to help businesses try to avoid what can be significant legal ramifications and monetary liability for violations of privacy law. This seminar is intended to provide an overview of relevant privacy laws, and provide some tangible takeaways about what entrepreneurs must consider in the privacy realm as they build their businesses.
Thursday, January 31st
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: The Hatchery Chicago - 135 N. Kedzie Ave.
Cost: $20 non-members, $10 for members
Register here!
February 2019
Healthy Conflict in the Workplace
Conflict occurs daily in business life. When committed people work together toward an important vision or goal, there is invariably conflict. The way conflict is resolved can make a big difference in how employees, customers, and owners feel about the individuals and the organization.
Tuesday, February 5th
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: ICNC - 320 N. Damen Ave.
Cost: FREE
Register here!
Conflict occurs daily in business life. When committed people work together toward an important vision or goal, there is invariably conflict. The way conflict is resolved can make a big difference in how employees, customers, and owners feel about the individuals and the organization.
Tuesday, February 5th
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: ICNC - 320 N. Damen Ave.
Cost: FREE
Register here!
Starting a Food Business
Follow your dreams of starting a food business with our help. The Hatchery's cornerstone curriculum course will help you launch a successful food and beverage company. Learn all about the food entrepreneurship space as well as required licensing, certification, financing, and branding. Each attendee will receive our Starting a Food Business checklist, taking you through each license and certification you need to consider, so you'll get started on the right track.
Monday, February 11th
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: The Hatchery Chicago - 135 N. Kedzie Ave.
Cost: $40
Register here!
Follow your dreams of starting a food business with our help. The Hatchery's cornerstone curriculum course will help you launch a successful food and beverage company. Learn all about the food entrepreneurship space as well as required licensing, certification, financing, and branding. Each attendee will receive our Starting a Food Business checklist, taking you through each license and certification you need to consider, so you'll get started on the right track.
Monday, February 11th
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: The Hatchery Chicago - 135 N. Kedzie Ave.
Cost: $40
Register here!
Sponsor Events
Event sponsorship presents the ICNC members with unique opportunities to showcase their business. Contact the ICNC for current event sponsorship opportunities for your business.
